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Divide 1/2 with 2/5

1/2 ÷ 2/5 is 5/4.

Steps for dividing fractions

1. Find the reciprocal of the divisor
   Reciprocal of 2/5: 5/2
2. Now, multiply it with the dividend
   So, 1/2 ÷ 2/5 = 1/2 × 5/2
3. = 1 × 5/2 × 2 = 5/4
4. In mixed form: 11/4

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